This work is an examination of my father’s aging
process. These images are a graphic portrayal of the
mental and physical deterioration that often
accompanies the end of life. The series forces
viewers to confront aspects of the aging process that
are not often discussed. The preferred depiction of old age is as a time of active leisure. Seniors are typically
portrayed as healthy and independent. The debilitating effect of dementia and loss of control over one’s body is
hidden. The impact on the caregiver is also minimized.
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